Using AI to personalize therapy for reducing youth violence
Using Re-inforcement Learning to Automatically Adapt a Remote Therapy Intervention (RTI) for Reducing Adolescent Violence Involvement
This study is testing a new online therapy program designed to help teenagers who have been involved in violence by personalizing their treatment based on how they respond, making it easier for them to get the support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10611439 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on developing a remote therapy intervention that uses reinforcement learning to adapt treatment for adolescents involved in violence. By analyzing individual responses to therapy, the approach aims to provide personalized support to those at higher risk of repeat violent behavior. The intervention is delivered remotely, making it accessible to adolescents who may face barriers to traditional therapy, such as transportation issues. The study builds on previous findings that show promise in reducing violence among lower-risk youth, expanding the approach to address more severe cases over multiple sessions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are adolescents aged 14-20 who have experienced violence-related injuries and are at risk of repeat violent behavior.
Not a fit: Patients who are not involved in violence or have not experienced violence-related injuries may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly reduce repeat incidents of violence among adolescents, improving their overall safety and well-being.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown success with similar interventions, indicating that adaptive treatment strategies can effectively reduce violence among at-risk youth.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Carter, Patrick M. — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Carter, Patrick M.
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.